5/24/11

What size grout to use with 18x18 tumbled edge tile?

What size grout to use with 18x18 tumbled edge tile?I bought 18x18 tumbled edge porcelon tile and the contractor laid it.
I want to know what is the thinnest grout line? I was thinking of 1/8.
His gout lines are 1/2 and possibly larger. They seem to be inconsistant. I can even lay my finger in some areas as to how wide they are.

I suggested re-doing it, but he insists it will look fine after the grout is in.
The grout color is very close to the tile color, but I know grout will tend to change in color or darken as it ages.
I honestly do not like grout and want to see as little as possible. I can't imagine, if i agree with him, the upkeep of keeping it clean.

Any advice as to come to an agreement with what I want?
I purchased the tiles, from a place that is going out of business. I would be lucky to find what I need since the supply is limited. Also, they weren't cheap even on sale. I think there are 6 or 8 tiles to a box and were $ 38 ea box. What would be a fair re-do? Do I buy the new tiles? Do I pay for the unsatisfied job, plus tear out and re-do?
This was done in my daughters house that isn't occupied yet. So he, more or less, just laid it and I checked on it the next day. Should get someone else to lay it, what is my obligation to pay this contractor if I am displeased. I want to be fair, but now I feel I'm paying full price for the tile since I will be re-buying them.

Back to the original question, what is the thinnest grout line for tumbled edge 18x18 porcelon tiles?

ALICIA T
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